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10 Cheapest Cities in Europe

(Last Updated On: December 30, 2017)

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If you are traveling on a budget then you can find the perfect getaway in Europe. Even though, the word “cheap” is not the first thing that springs to mind when it comes to “the old continent”. Still, there are some cities that are not that popular but are worth visiting. Once you go there you will be wondering why you had not considered going there before. I just think that everyone should be more open to exploring, you cannot call yourself a traveler if you only visit the capital cities or the most tourist hubs.

Some of the cities on the list might not be the cheapest but they are easily accessible, and you can make a stop while you are heading to visit some larger cities, or you can go on a day tour if you are somewhere close. Find the best tours on TripAdvisor here:

1 | Budapest, Hungary

I was very surprised to find out that Budapest is really cheap. We had a really great experience, perfect accommodation and a really luxury experience there.

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2 | Karlovy Vary, Czech Republic

Karlovy Vary is actually a very expensive city that is 130 km away from Prague, but once you are in Prague you can find a day trip tour to Karlovy Vary. This is a spa town which is very famous for its hot springs.

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3 | Prague, Czech Republic

Prague is also a very cheap city that is worth visiting. Some even say that this capital is equal of Paris when it comes to its beauty. It is a historical city with the best beer in Europe.

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Istanbul is a city that should definitely be on your radar. This grand city has a lot of history and architecture that must be seen.

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5 | Vigo, Spain

Vigo is a port city in Galicia, and also one of the largest cities in this area. This city is easily reachable from anywhere thanks to its massive port and its economic importance.

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6 | Santiago de Compostela, Spain

Santiago de Compostela is the last stop of the epic Camino de Santiago. I did not walk the pilgrimage trail though, but I was fascinated by the beauty of this cultural capital.

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7 | Bratislava, Slovakia

Most of the things are cheap in Bratislava. You will definitely not spend a lot if you decide to visit this city which is lately gaining popularity.

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8 | Zagreb, Croatia

Zagreb is a very beautiful city that is worth visiting. The fact that you can reach the Plitvice Lakes National Park is a reason enough for this city to go on your travel list.

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9 | Ljubljana, Slovenia

Ljubljana is the green capital of Europe. This is very laid back city with a perfect atmosphere you can spend hours walking the city and admiring the stunning architecture.

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10 | Trieste, Italy

Trieste is a city that was very popular in the past and unfortunately it is forgotten because most tourist head off to Venice or Milan. This is a very charming city with lots of things to offer. There is a beautiful sea view and remarkable architecture.

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Have you had a chance to visit any of these cities? What are your plans for this summer?

In case you are planning a trip to the USA then this is the place I wouldn`t miss it for the world: The Grand Canyon.

30 Comments

Mr.M

I totally agree with your list! Istanbul is very affordable city! I was in some cities from your list, but I was in Istanbul I think more than 10 times and I always come back to see that amazing city. You have really nice posts! I really enjoyed in reading this one!

Ana De- Jesus

I have heard that Krakos (not sure if that is how you spell it) in Poland is super cheap according to my Polish friend, apparently beers are a pound! I would love to go to Trieste in Italy and I am glad that it is cheap x

These places are beautiful!! They’re probably so cheap because tourism hasn’t caught up to them. That’s kind of the good and bad about it. It’s good because you can really enjoy your stay, but not so good for the local economy.

Ana Ojha

Thanks for putting this together! I made my husband’s travel bucket list for him (hehe) and I really think he would love Plitvice Lakes National Park, but he always thinks it’s weird when I tell him we have to go to Croatia. Maybe this will help convince him. Cheap is always a good motivator.

Beautiful photos and excellent recommendations! We will be doing a road trip around Europe this summer and it sure is helpful to know where to stay and were not to stay. 🙂 We’re not traveling with a super tight budget but it’s always nice to save some money or live a bit more luxurious.

I enjoy generally more the country side over the city but these are really lovely towns and also cheap destinations ! I went to Budapest and it is really an affordable place. As I got older I tried to experience as much as the world as I could within my limited budget. Thank you for sharing your budget tips and travel experience !

suchi

Italy has always been on my travel list but I am more of the laid back, avoid the hustle and bustle of the city type. I’m so glad you included an Italy location on here that seems to be forgotten by tourists. Maybe when I go I’ll get to truly enjoy all that Italy has to offer without the rush of city life.